As relief efforts continue around the world in the aftermath of the Haiti earthquake, organizations and businesses in Rappahannock are doing their share – and at least one longtime Rappahannock resident who was in Port au Prince for the quake has sent an extraordinary email dispatch to friends. “Many people have lost their lives...
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A long-standing feud between brothers over property apparently came to a head Saturday in Amissville, according to court records, and resulted in both being charged with assault -– and one of them being also charged with a felony for allegedly attacking the other’s pickup truck with his tractor. According to warrants on file in...
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Without accessing the Internet or dialing a telephone, Rappahannock residents are making an international impact. Next week, 19-year-old Peshawar, Pakistan native Mohsin Ahmad will begin his freshman year at Goucher College in Baltimore. From the first spark of Ahmad’s interest, community members have led the effort enabling the former exchange student at Rappahannock County...
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Washington Volunteer Fire & Rescue held the first fund-raising breakfast of the new year Saturday. Seventeen company members served more than 100 meals to hungry customers, who feasted on scrambled eggs, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes and sausage, hash browns, cinnamon apples and huge quantities of bacon. What a feast they had. WVF&R would...
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Erin go . . . Sperryville The Rappahannock Lions Club’s second annual Rappahannock County St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celebration will be held in Sperryville this year. The parade goes off at 11 a.m. March 13, followed at noon by a traditional Irish lunch and entertainment at The Link. The lunch will have an...
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Bob Anderson joined the Rappahannock Lions Club back when Richard Nixon was president, 42 years ago. The club, then 10 years old, had dwindled to just nine members and was in danger of dying. Last Thursday evening, the Rappahannock Lions — now a growing service organization with more than 50 members — honored Anderson,...
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The Panther varsity wrestling team hosted the first-ever Panther Duals Saturday at the Rappahannock County High School gym in an afternoon that included outstanding matches by several team members and a promising overall performance that kept an enthusiastic hometown crowd happy. “We are getting better every time we step onto the mat,” said Coach...
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Two games. Divided results. The RCHS Varsity Lady Basketball team hosted back-to-back home games over the last week. On Friday, the Panthers welcomed Fresta Valley Christian School from Marshall and soundly defeated the Pioneers, 58-41. The win preceded a disappointing 46-57 loss to Calvary Temple from Sterling on Monday. The court battle against Calvary...
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Thirteen members of The Middle Street Gallery are reaching out this month and next to a like number of friends for a combined art exhibition at the gallery in Washington, Va. The 26 artists have put on an eclectic exhibition of paintings, sculptures, drawings, collages, prints and photographs. Some artists have teamed with family...
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There once was a time when life was not so hedged in and our elected officials were infinitely more accessible. Recent headlines remind us that White House access is severely restricted — or was meant to be. Just over a hundred years ago, however, gatecrashing was a different matter. In 1894 at age 16,...
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More than two dozen people attended a meeting last week to plan a “Celebrity Waiter” dinner Saturday, Jan. 30, to benefit the Rappahannock Benevolent Fund, which serves the needy of Rappahannock County. The Fund makes emergency grants to Rappahannock citizens so they may obtain food, medicines, pay heating bills or make emergency home repairs,...
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Well friends, sorry for the long wait but let’s us see if we can’t make up for the lost time, shall we? The annual Christmas play was presented at the Chester Gap Baptist Church on Dec. 26 and 27 with a turnout that was right pleasant – if not downright remarkable, considering the arctic-like...
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I got my first job in journalism here in Rappahannock County. It was on a weekly newspaper, but it wasn’t the Rappahannock News. It was The Stuart News in Martin County, Florida. How’s that? The man who had recently acquired The Stuart News had a place in Rappahannock, a farm called Hawthorn, if I...
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Have you heard the buzz? Rappahannock County High School has some really good wrestlers. In fact, three of the varsity wrestlers are state ranked. C.J. Sidrow is ranked seventh in the 103 weight class, Daniel Clement is eighth in the 145 weight class and Julious Lucas ranks fourth in the 140 weight class. Out...
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Between snowstorms and cold weather, we have heard wonderful stories of neighbors taking care of neighbors. For those who have been helped, please say an extra thank you to your friends and neighbors; For the rest of us, please continue keeping an eye out for those who may be in need of assistance. Shoveling...
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50 years ago January 28, 1960 Mrs. Carroll Menefee was hostess to the Sperryville bridge club and additional guests Friday evening with four tables arranged for the game. Those playing were Mrs. Mrs. R. E. Wood, Mrs. Charles Estes, Mrs. Allen Stokes, Mrs. C. E. Johnson, Mrs. Irvin Kilby, Mrs. Roy Reeve, Mrs. A....
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Members of the Frazier family met for their annual Christmas get together with Stan and Michele Frazier Williams at their home in Tappahannock on Saturday, Jan. 2. Those attending were Mr. and Mrs. Ray Frazier of Boston; Mr. and Mrs. Chriss Frazier and Venissa of Castleton; Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville; Mrs. Holtzman Frazier...
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The Rapp Happenings section lists events sponsored only by non-profit groups. Events must be received by 3 p.m. on Monday in order to be included in the next edition. Email Jan@rappnews.com Include name and phone number for information. All others seeking to advertise an event may contact Kimberly Dewey, kdewey@timespapers.com, or (540) 351-1161. January...
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There are so many little benefits to living in Rappahannock County in addition to the obvious of beautiful countryside, warm and friendly people, and a rural community that is committed to preserving our little slice of heaven. One of the benefits is not known to a large number of folks but deserves touting. Mountainside...
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I am writing to thank everyone who generously contributed to our holiday fund that allows us to provide food, gifts and necessities for those less fortunate in our community. This year we saw a significant increase in the number of people in need , both the elderly and families with children. It was most...
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On Monday, Jan. 25, the Town of Washington’s Planning Commission meeting has been canceled. The Town of Washington has a vacancy on both the Planning Commission and the Architectural Review Board. Any resident wishing to be appointed to either the Planning Commission or the Architectural Review Board should submit a letter of interest to...
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Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday Contemporary Services 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Traditional Services 11 a.m. Sunday Youth Night 7 p.m. Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Hope Hill Baptist Church Pastor: John W. Lines Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer...
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